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...asked whether the U.S. can win the war in Iraq, but a more apt question would be, "Since the U.S. is losing the war, what can it do?" The White House naively assumes that all countries are fertile ground for democracy. The layers of tribal fabric that make up Iraq are too complex for Western leaders to handle. Once American troops leave?as they eventually must?the only alternative to a tribal war in Iraq would be the installation of a strongman, a surrogate for Saddam Hussein on a short leash. With an autocratic leader in place, in six months...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Letters | 10/17/2005 | See Source »

...asked whether the U.S. can win the war in Iraq, but a more apt question would be, Since the U.S. is losing the war, what can it do? The White House naively assumes that all countries are fertile ground for democracy. The layers of tribal fabric that make up Iraq are too complex for Western leaders to handle. Once American troops leave - as they eventually must - the only alternative to a tribal war in Iraq would be the installation of a strongman, a surrogate for Saddam Hussein on a short leash. With an autocratic leader in place, in six months...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Is Iraq a Futile Fight? | 10/16/2005 | See Source »

...because some of the material is over his head. But I think the inspiration he gains from watching far outweighs the risk of his premature exposure to the sinister adult world. “Family Guy” is not for every youngster, especially not for those apt to chant the bad in front of mom and dad and to fail to appreciate the beauty of the show’s more subtle moments. But more important than using this particular show as an educational tool is finding something that will effectively motivate kids to think outside their 30-inch...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: How to Get to Spooner Street? | 10/12/2005 | See Source »

...What happens if I climb fire escapes that are mine? Probably nothing, but by the time you have explained yourself you’ll have your ID number taken for underage drinking anyway, so don’t do it. What happens if I insinuate that women are less apt then men in a public venue surrounded by accomplished female scientists? Shouldn’t be a problem. Transgress away...

Author: By Aria S.K. Laskin, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Cruel Intentions | 10/12/2005 | See Source »

...asked whether the U.S. can win the war in Iraq, but a more apt question would be, Since the U.S. is losing the war, what can it do? The White House naively assumes that all countries are fertile ground for democracy. The layers of tribal fabric that make up Iraq are way too complex. Once American troops leave--as they eventually must--the only alternative to a tribal war in Iraq would be the installation of a strongman, a surrogate for Saddam Hussein on a short leash. With an autocratic leader in place, there would be social order in Iraq...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Letters: Oct. 17, 2005 | 10/9/2005 | See Source »

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